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Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Drive dangerously and pay the price

What many drivers may not realise is that a dangerous driving offence or losing your licence could double your comprehensive car insurance excess.

Car Loans

15 Jun, 2011

2 min read

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Five ways to find the best car loan

If you're looking to buy a car, brand-new or second-hand, choosing the best way to pay for it could save you hundreds of dollars or more. But with over 140 car loans and more than 180 personal loans listed on RateCity, how do you know which option is the right one for you?

Car Loans

19 May, 2011

3 min read

Patricia Babalis

Slash your car loan by $1000s in under 30 minutes

While acquiring a car loan may seem simple enough, given that there are more than 320 personal and car loans available to be found through RateCity. The trick is to find a loan that will suit your needs and vehicle and one that will save you money in the long run.

Car Loans

19 May, 2011

3 min read

Slash your car loan by $1000s in under 30 minutes

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

New cars now more affordable than ever

New car sales in Australia few 7 percent more than the year to March 2010 figures, resulting in a spike in enquiries for new car loans. Sales don't appear to be slowing any time soon either.

Car Loans

12 May, 2011

3 min read

RateCity

Better car loans

Have you already got a car loan but want to switch to a better loan? You have stumbled on the right place then.

Car Loans

11 May, 2011

3 min read

Kate Cowling

How to find a great car loan

When it comes to buying a car most Australians will negotiate on price to ensure you're getting a great deal. So it makes sense that you would also shop around for a cheap car loan to keep costs down.

Car Loans

11 May, 2011

3 min read

RateCity

Variable rate car loans

The cost of owning a car may be top-of-mind for many drivers, with petrol prices reaching new heights. But it's not all bad news for motorists, who are turning fuel price hikes into their own gain by taking this opportunity to shop around for variable rate car loans and saving money in the process.

Car Loans

15 Mar, 2011

3 min read

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Save by adding your child to your car insurance policy

Does your son or daughter drive your car only every now and then? Do you think it's not often enough to warrant listing them on your car insurance policy? Do you think they're probably covered as dependants anyway?

Car Loans

21 Oct, 2010

3 min read

Save by adding your child to your car insurance policy

RateCity

Compare car loans online

Secure your dream car by comparing car loans online. It really does pay to shop around and it's never been easier now that you can carry out your search from home.

Car Loans

21 Oct, 2010

2 min read

Patricia Babalis

Myth busters Does my car insurance cover any items stolen?

Have you ever left your favourite sunnies or your camera in the car while you ducked across to the shops only to discover that your car had been broken into and your favourite items have been stolen? If my car is broken into or stolen, my car insurance will cover any items taken.

Car Loans

17 Sep, 2010

3 min read

Myth busters Does my car insurance cover any items stolen?

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Big v small which car insurance company would you choose?

When it comes to your car insurance, RateCity looks into both ends of the spectrum - the big dominant players and smaller, newer companies - and how to know which end you can trust.

Car Loans

31 Aug, 2010

3 min read

Big v small which car insurance company would you choose?

RateCity

Secured car loans

A secured car loan is a type of loan where the borrower uses an asset such as the car you are about to buy as security against the loan. If you default on your repayments the lender can take ownership of your car.

Car Loans

30 Mar, 2010

2 min read